The Ghostwriter had the opportunity to interview Nick Lambert, Westford Academy's new technology assistant. Lambert helps the students with computer problems, especially Chromebooks. Q:Where did you go to school? Have you had previous experience as a technical teacher at another school? A: I attended...

With the latest technology, students can be easily distracted. However, when faced with a difficult task, students may put off their objectives because it may be too daunting or just plain stressful. For example, during midterms, students may find comfort in looking at their smartphones rather...

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By Kai-Lou Yue News Editor Most students at WA enjoy the time they spend in class in the computer labs or with the laptop carts, but being able to use technology in the classroom is currently a fairly rare occurrence. However, that will change in the future, as administrators and the district...

By Craig Brinkerhoff Copy Editor This piece is a part of a series exploring  how new technology will be changing how teaching is approached at WA.  For the other pieces, see How WA Does Technology. Obviously, technological innovation is not slowing down anytime soon.  Two years down the road,...

By Craig Brinkerhoff Copy  Editor This piece is a part of a series exploring  how new technology will be changing how teaching is approached at WA.  For the other pieces, see How WA Does Technology. The quiet buzz and subtle purr of computers can fill the empty space in the library at Westford...

By Kai-Lou Yue Business Manager Looking at Westford Academy, it is difficult to believe that thirty years ago the building and student population were only half the size it is now, in 2013. Within the last few decades, most teachers working here have either left for retirement or moved on to...